UNU@50 Events

ONLINE: On 9 September 2025, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Giselle Miole, Postdoctoral Research Fellow at UNU-IAS.

Peruvian artist Ciro Palomino’s exhibition "Conciencia" uses powerful imagery to spark reflection on global challenges and the SDGs.

TOKYO: On 4 September 2025, UNU will host an event exploring how the United Nations and Japan can promote sustainable development in the context of drifting multilateral priorities.

On 16 September 2025, UNU will host a screening of Paper Lanterns, a documentary film directed by Barry Frechette and produced by Nobuko Saito Cleary.

This year’s United Nations Day will be commemorated on 24 October at Dresden City Hall under the theme “Education Shapes the Future”, emphasizing the vital role of inclusive and high-quality education in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. The event takes place against the backdrop of two major milestones: the 50th anniversary of the United Nations University and the 80th anniversary of the United Nations.

On 8 September 2025, UNU will host a conversation with Professor Valerio de Cesaris, Rector of the University for Foreigners of Perugia.

We are looking for scientists who want to present their research outside their scientific bubble: with entertaining insights, crisp facts, and ideas.